Stroke Care - Central California
Stroke Care • Bakersfield, CA • Multiple locations across Central California (Bakersfield, Hanford, Tulare, Delano, Tehachapi, Reedley, Selma) locations
Clinic Type
Stroke Care
Address
869 North Cherry Street, Tulare, CA 93274; 115 Mall Drive, Hanford, CA 93230; 2615 Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301; 3001 Sillect Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308; 1401 Garces Highway, Delano, CA 93215; 1100 Magellan Drive, Tehachapi, CA 93561; 372 West Cypress Avenue, Reedley, CA 93654; 1141 Rose Avenue, Selma, CA 93662
Phone
661-395-3000
matal@ah.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Telehealth
Yes (24/7 telemedicine capabilities with neurologists)
Emergency Care
Available (strokes treated with emergency care teams)
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Insurance & Payment
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FAQs
What is stroke and why is prompt treatment important?
Stroke is a leading cause of death or long-term disability. Prompt treatment and rapid diagnosis are essential to save lives and preserve brain function.
What services are provided for stroke aftercare?
Tailored rehabilitation programs to regain physical or cognitive functions after treatment.
What are the symptoms of a stroke?
Weakness or numbness on one side of the body, a drooping face, sudden balance and/or vision problems, and slurred speech. Call 911 immediately.
Awards & Accreditations
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Dignity Health Memorial Hospital (Birdeye): 4.1 out of 5 stars (3,305 reviews) (3,305 reviews)
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Bakersfield: 3.6 (Yelp) / 3.5 (Google) (8 (Yelp) / 34 (Google))
- Kern Medical (Yelp): 2.2 stars (104 reviews)
Patients praise
- Highly rated and recognized stroke centers at major hospitals (Dignity Health, Adventist)
- Individualized care and professional, friendly nursing staff noted in some reports
- Advanced stroke capabilities (thrombectomies, TPA administration) available locally
- Commitment to national evidence-based stroke guidelines (Gold Plus awards)
Common complaints
- Poor communication by doctors and nurses
- Long wait times and scheduling issues
- Concerns about facility cleanliness
- Staff responsiveness to patient needs can be slow
- Negative experiences with specific medical staff behavior
"I was there for stroke like symptoms and was treated very badly... Clark was dismissive of possable blood clot and park did not even talk to me..."
— Yelp review for Kern Medical"Normally takes us about an hour to get here from home... It is now well passes noon and we're still sitting. Apparently we have no idea about scheduling."
— Birdeye review for Dignity Health Memorial Hospital"Laura, my nurse, was beyond exceptional. She was very friendly and professional. After my diagnosis, she was at my bedside every chance she had to just talk..."
— Patient feedback for Kern MedicalSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Adventist Health sweeps stroke care honors across Central California — Jul 7, 2026
- Mercy Hospital Southwest unveils Thomas M. Hardt Tower, enhancing patient care facilities — Dec 4, 2025
- Dignity California hospital opens $350M tower — Dec 5, 2025
- New institute brings advanced neuroscience treatment, research to Fresno, Valley — May 29, 2026
- New Smittcamp Institute Brings Advanced Neuroscience Treatment and Research to Fresno - GV Wire — May 26, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
More stroke care clinics in Bakersfield
The Dignity Health Stroke Center at Mercy Hospital Southwest in Bakersfield, California is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center specializing in acute stroke care and comprehensive neurological support. The center offers clot-dissolving medications, neurosurgery, interventional radiology, and stroke rehabilitation services including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology, with telestroke capabilities for remote specialist consultation.
Bakersfield Post Acute is a skilled nursing facility in Bakersfield, California offering 24-hour rehabilitation services including physical, occupational, and speech therapy. The facility specializes in post-stroke rehabilitation, helping patients regain movement coordination, speech, and daily living skills, as well as orthopedic and cardiac rehabilitation programs.
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